Korey Watson
Piscataway
Summary
Graduate Nurse with 10+ years of hands-on patient care experience and a strong foundation in clinical assessment, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in caring for diverse patient populations and supporting complex healthcare needs. Prepared to leverage extensive healthcare experience and nursing education in an acute care setting while delivering safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Associate
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital of Somerset
Somerset, NJ
06.2023 - Current
- Provide direct care on an acute inpatient psych unit, conducting continuous patient observation, documenting behavioral status changes in EPIC, and escalating concerns to RNS and psychiatrists.
- De-escalate patients in crisis using verbal intervention techniques to reduce reliance on restraints and emergency response.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and encouraged participation in therapeutic groups and recovery-oriented interventions.
Activity Therapist
State of Delaware Psychiatric Hospital
New Castle, DE
10.2016 - 04.2023
- Delivered seven years of hands-on care in a long-term state psychiatric facility serving patients with severe mental illness, including forensic populations.
- Designed and led daily therapeutic group sessions using evidence-based interventions, tracking patient participation and progress for treatment and review.
- Adapted interventions in real time based on patient response, acuity level, and unit dynamics.
Receptionist
Bernardsville Pediatrics
Bernardsville, NJ
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Greeted patients and families, providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced pediatric medical office.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted with patient intake procedures including updating demographic information, verifying insurance details, and preparing charts for clinical staff.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
RWJBarnabas Health School of Nursing
Elizabeth, NJ05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Hampton University
HamptonSkills
- Completed 650 hours of supervised clinical training across Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Maternal-Newborn, Community Health, and Nursing Leadership settings at major New Jersey healthcare facilities, including RWJBarnabas Health–affiliated hospitals
- Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided patient-centered care
- Applied therapeutic communication techniques while caring for diverse patient populations
Clinical Experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in EPIC electronic health records (EHR) for patient documentation and care coordination
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support quality patient outcomes
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association
Timeline
Mental Health Associate
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital of Somerset
06.2023 - Current
Activity Therapist
State of Delaware Psychiatric Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2023
Receptionist
Bernardsville Pediatrics
01.2015 - 01.2016
Associate Degree - Nursing
RWJBarnabas Health School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Hampton University